Can a photo of the vehicle license be used to handle traffic violations?
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A photo of the vehicle license cannot be used to handle traffic violations. Below are specific details about the vehicle license: 1. Introduction: The motor vehicle license is the legal document that permits a vehicle to operate on roads within China. The vehicle license consists of three parts: the license holder, the main page, and the supplementary page. The front of the main page contains the endorsed certificate core, while the back features a photo of the vehicle, sealed within a plastic sleeve. The supplementary page contains the endorsed certificate core. 2. Regulations: Article 17 of the "Road Traffic Management Regulations" issued by the State Council stipulates: "Vehicles must pass inspection by the vehicle management authority and obtain license plates and a vehicle license before they are permitted to operate." Therefore, possessing a "Motor Vehicle License" is one of the prerequisites for a vehicle to operate on the road. Driving without carrying the vehicle license is a violation, whether the driver has not obtained the "Motor Vehicle License" or simply forgot to bring it, both cases are treated equally.
I remember asking a friend at the traffic police department last year when dealing with a violation, and just a photo of the vehicle license really doesn't work. Because handling violations requires verifying a lot of information, photos can easily be photoshopped, and it's hard to see the anti-counterfeiting marks. For example, violations caught by electronic eyes require checking not only the vehicle information but also the driver's license and the owner's ID card. Nowadays, even binding a vehicle on the 12123 traffic management app requires taking an on-the-spot photo of the original vehicle license. I tried uploading a photo from my phone before, and the system directly prompted me to retake the photo. To handle a violation, it's best to bring the original vehicle license and driver's license to the counter, or use the official app to scan the QR code on the original document for a more convenient process.
I'm the one who handles all the traffic violations for our family car. Just having a photo of the vehicle license isn't enough. Processing violations requires verification of both vehicle information and driver information. Like last time when I ran a red light and got caught, I had to bring not only the vehicle license but also my ID card and driver's license to handle it. The biggest issue with photos is that anti-counterfeiting details are often unclear, and the backend system requires original barcode information. Nowadays, many cities' self-service violation processing machines require swiping the magnetic strip of the documents. Last time, a friend wanted to use photos of my car to handle an out-of-town violation, but the traffic police said the owner must be present with the original documents. If you really need to process a violation, it's best to go directly to the traffic police station or use the official app.
